KKR vs LSG IPL 2025: The current defending defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) had to be given a match to be rescued on last Sunday, due to which double header matches are being played today in IPL. KKR and LSG teams are face to face in the first match of the day being played in Kolkata. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and decided to bowl first. KKR has made a change in the playing-11 for the match and has been replaced by fast bowler Spencer Johnson in place of Moin Ali. At the same time, the LSG team has not made any changes in the XI.
In the current season of IPL, LSG has won 2 out of 4 matches so far, while KKR has also won 2 out of 4 matches. Both KKR and LSG teams are present at the points table with 4-4 points at the fifth and sixth position respectively. Both teams are coming to win their previous match and today both will take to the ground with the intention of retaining the same rhythm. In such a situation, there is every hope of a thorn collision between the two teams in this match.
Let us know that this match will be played at Kolkata Knight Riders’ Home Ground Eden Gardens Stadium from 3:30 pm today, but before that I take a look at the Eden Gardens pitch report, KKR vs LSG’s head-to-head figures and other necessary updates related to the match.
KKR gets new flight from Venkatesh’s return
The thrill of the IPL is at its peak and the Kolkata Knight Riders team has returned to the rhythm of victory on their home ground. The strong victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad has boosted the team’s morale, and now Venkatesh Iyer returns to the form, KKR’s camp has come even more bright.
Venkatesh not only showed amazing with the bat, but his energy on the field also proved to be a big plus for the team. Captain Ajinkya Rahane and Finisher Rinku Singh also contributed significantly, while young Angkrish Raghuvanshi caught everyone’s attention from his game. However, a concern for KKR is still intact – their opening pair. Quinton Dickock and Sunil Naren have not been able to make the bang so far that the team was expected. The lack of aggressive opening partner like Phil Sult of the previous season is missing.
Expectations from Pant to Lucknow
His captain Rishabh Pant remains the biggest tension of Lucknow Super Giants. Pant, who came to the team with big names and big prices, has not been able to show amazing with the bat. Both fans and franchise are eagerly waiting for their return. As far as playing XI is concerned, there is no possibility of much change in Lucknow. Although Prince Yadav may be given a chance instead of fast bowler Akash Deep, this decision will not be easy given the experience of Akash at Eden Gardens.
Whose pan is heavy in KKR vs LSG Head to Head?
Kolkata Knight Riders have 5 matches with Lucknow Super Giants playing in IPL since 2022. Of these, Lucknow has won 3 while Kolkata has won 3 matches. Lucknow’s highest score in front of Kolkata is 210. Kolkata’s highest score in front of Lucknow is 235 runs.
Eden Gardens Stadium Pitch Report
Black clay pitch is made at the Eden Gardens Stadium. In such a situation, this batsmen get a lot of pleasure. At the beginning of the game, fast bowlers get some help here. After that spinners dominate. Once the batsman’s eyes are frozen on this pitch, then there are big shots easily. The fast outfield here also goes in favor of the batsmen. The average score here is 163 runs in the first innings.
IPL data at Eden Gardens Stadium
95 IPL matches have been played so far at the Eden Gardens Stadium. The teams who bat first here have won 39 matches and later batting teams have won 56 matches. The stadium records the highest score (262/2, PBKS 2024) and the minimum score (49, RCB 2017). The biggest personal innings here was played by Rajat Patidar (112* vs Lucknow Super Giants, 2022). The best bowling here was Sunil Naren (5/19, vs Punjab Kings, 2012).
KKR and LSG performance at Eden Gardens Stadium
KKR has played 90 matches so far at the Eden Gardens Stadium. During this time, the team won 53 matches and has lost in 37 matches. Here the team’s best score has been 261 runs. LSG has played 3 matches so far on this ground, out of which the team has won in 1 match and defeat in 2 matches. LSG’s best score on this ground was 193 runs.
KKR and LSG’s playing-11
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Quinton de Kock (W), Sunil Naren, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarti
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Michelle Marsh, Eden Markram, Nicholas Puran, Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper/captain), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi
Where can I watch the match live?
You can watch this match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) online on the JioCinema app in your smartphone. Apart from this, you can also enjoy the match on the channels of Star Sports on television. Live updates related to the match can also be seen and read on lalluram.com.
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